STAAR Biology EOC Prep

During translation, what does the tRNA deliver to the ribosomes?

• amino acids

• DNA

• mRNA

• proteins

Which will most likely cause an increase in the frequency of genetic mutations in humans?

• increased exposure to mold spores in the air

• increased exposure to rising levels of atmospheric CO₂

• increased exposure to bacteria in drinking water

• increased exposure to X-rays

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Which molecules are joined together to make proteins?

• fatty acids

• nucleic acids

• amino acids

• acetic acids

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Where does photosynthesis take place in the plant cell?

• Nucleus

• Cytoplasm

• Chloroplast

• Mitochondria

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Which of the following best describes a DNA molecule?

• double helix

• contains ribose

• made of amino acids

• contains Uracil

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It provides the cell with energy

• Vesicle

• Nucleus

• mitochondria

• Vacuole

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Which number contains the nucleic acid?

• 1

• 2

• 3

Pigment in green plants that captures the energy in sunlight is called _______.

• Pigment

• Chlorophyll

• Stomata

• Green Thing

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Which is Metaphase?

• A

• B

• C

• D

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Which group of organic compounds contains fatty acids?

• Carbohydrates

• Lipids

• Nucleic Acids

• Proteins